Best 4 Air Fryer Spicy Bay Scallops Recipes

Air fryer spicy bay scallops are an easy and delicious seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. The air fryer cooks the scallops quickly and evenly, resulting in a tender and juicy texture. The spicy seasoning gives the scallops a delightful kick of heat that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Served with a side of your favorite dipping sauce, air fryer spicy bay scallops are a perfect meal for any occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY BAY SCALLOPS (WHOLE30, LOW CARB)

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Delicious and easy to make, these Spicy Bay Scallops can be added to any meal. Place them on a salad or in a wrap, these Whole30 bay scallops are an easy way to add some protein to your next meal.

Provided by Cat

Categories Main Meals

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb bay scallops, thawed, washed and patted dry
2 tbsp onion flakes
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp nutritional yeast (can omit)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp of olive oil if using frying pan and not air fryer

Steps:

Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix to make sure all scallops are well coated.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 oz, Calories 100 calories, Fat 1 g, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 17 g

AIR FRYER SPICY BAY SCALLOPS

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These spicy scallops are good on their own or can be served in lettuce wraps, tacos, salads, served over rice, pasta, etc. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Seafood Shellfish Scallops

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound bay scallops, rinsed and patted dry
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne red pepper

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Combine bay scallops, smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; stir until evenly combined. Transfer to the air fryer basket.
Air fry until scallops are cooked through, about 8 minutes, shaking basket halfway through the cooking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 340.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

AIR FRYER BAY SCALLOPS, ASPARAGUS, AND MUSHROOMS

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This medley is great on its own but would be good served over rice too.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ pound bay scallops, rinsed and patted dry
8 spears asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
½ teaspoon ground paprika
2 wedges lemon

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Add scallops, asparagus, mushrooms, olive oil, lemon-pepper seasoning, parsley, and paprika to a large bowl. Stir until evenly combined. Transfer to the air fryer basket.
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 minutes, shaking halfway through the cook time.
Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 562.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

AIR-FRYER SCALLOPS

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I never liked seafood until my husband urged me to try scallops, and now I love them. With the crunchy breading, my air-fryer scallops are the best you'll ever have. -Martina Preston, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 large egg
1/3 cup mashed potato flakes
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 sea scallops (about 3/4 pound), patted dry
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 400°. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat egg. In another bowl, toss potato flakes, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. In a third bowl, toss scallops with flour to coat lightly. Dip in egg, then in potato mixture, patting to adhere. , Arrange scallops in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until breading is golden brown and scallops are firm and opaque, 3-4 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 1138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

Choose fresh, high-quality bay scallops. Smaller scallops are more tender and cook faster than larger ones.
Pat the scallops dry before cooking. This will help them to brown and crisp.
Season the scallops generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices or herbs, such as garlic powder, paprika, or chili powder.
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cook the scallops for 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve the scallops immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Air fryer spicy bay scallops are a quick and easy appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy, juicy, and flavorful, and they can be cooked in just a few minutes. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!